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Mikroton
German → American English
American English
microtone
Sehr kleiner musikalischer Intervallabstand, kleiner als ein Halbton.
Der Komponist experimentiert mit Mikrotonen, um neue Klangfarben zu erzeugen.Use **Mikroton** in music theory and ethnomusicology for intervals smaller than a semitone. In everyday German, it is a specialized technical term, so it is usually not used in casual conversation.
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Frequently asked questions
What does “Mikroton” mean in English?
“Mikroton” means **microtone**: a musical pitch interval smaller than a semitone.
Is “Mikroton” the same as “Viertelton”?
Not exactly. A **Viertelton** is one specific microtone, while **Mikroton** is the broader term for very small intervals.
How do you use “Mikroton” in a sentence?
You can say: **Das Stück arbeitet mit Mikrotonen.**
Is “Mikroton” a common German word?
It is a technical music term, so it is mostly used in specialist contexts like music theory, composition, or research.